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Exploring the theme of education as a cornerstone of Jewish renewal, various essays in this publication delve into Jewish learning's role in shaping moral, v...

Facing an existential crisis, Holocaust education in the U.S. struggles amidst declining historical literacy and rising antisemitism. Critics argue that Holo...

Jewish high school students in the U.S. are navigating complex loyalties to family, local community, religious identity, American citizenship, and connection...

Exploring Jewish identity through the lens of American Jewish literature illuminates the diverse understandings of what it means to be Jewish in different cu...

In the aftermath of the events of October 7, 2023, Jewish education in North America faces new complexities in teaching about Israel. Educators struggle betw...

Utilizing insights from contemporary mental health research, Jessica Fisher and Ethan Linden propose that Jewish education can significantly contribute to te...

The article explores the transformative potential of discomfort in educational environments, advocating for the integration of humility and trust in teaching...

This engaging conversation explores the evolution of Jewish text study and its implications for both past and contemporary Jewish life. Scholars discuss hist...

Rabbi Alex Ingber argues that successful Jewish education extends beyond content delivery to embodying the teaching itself. Recalling his ninth-grade teacher...

Ana Robbins, former leader of a successful Atlanta Sunday school, closed her program to innovate with a different educational model: a five-day-a-week afters...

Jewish education frameworks often presuppose a stable life trajectory that matches socioeconomic affluence, but this rigid structure fails to accommodate div...

The tensions between universalism and particularism in Jewish education are explored through a personal narrative and historical examination. The author refl...

The article discusses the enduring impact of ambient antisemitism on Jewish identity and the historical patterns of identity management that have shaped how ...

In the aftermath of Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, the author encountered a challenging atmosphere on her progressive college campus, where hostility...

Marking the second anniversary of Hamas's attack on southern Israel, this issue of \"Sources\" reflects on the past two years, marked by events like the retu...

Yehuda Kurtzer explores the evolving North American Jewish identity, shifting from kinship-based to consent-based belonging—a trend intensified by societal c...

In the wake of increased tensions following the outbreak of war in Israel and Gaza on October 7, questions have emerged about the space for Jewish involvemen...

Adina H. Frydman reflects on the importance of empowering Jewish youth as a means to bridge generational divides, particularly in the context of supporting I...

The article explores the theme of uncertainty in Jewish life, especially within the American Jewish community, by drawing on the concept of *devekut*, or spi...

Yossi Klein Halevi and Yardena Schwartz discuss the evolving responsibilities and challenges facing Israeli writers in today's hostile media environment. Hal...

Ethan Katz explores the contentious relationship between anti-Zionism and antisemitism, particularly in the context of contemporary higher education and poli...

Shaul Kelner analyzes the rise of American antizionism, exploring its roots, evolution, and impact on Jewish communities in the United States. He contrasts i...

Chaim Seidler-Feller explores the challenging task of reconciling Jewish ethics with Zionist nationalism. He draws from religious Zionist thinkers like Rabbi...

The article by Alon Shalev delves into the critical issue of polarization within society, drawing on Jewish historical and moral wisdom to provide insights. ...

In the face of rising polarization among Jewish communities globally, Joshua Kullock urges a re-evaluation of the concept of compromise through a Jewish mora...

Israeli society, challenged by ongoing trauma from conflicts and crises, demonstrates remarkable resilience characterized by unique cultural and historical f...

The article explores the multifaceted nature of community within Jewish life, especially in the wake of events like the October 7th attacks in Israel and the...

Michael Koplow examines the need for American Jews to engage with the Palestinian narrative, particularly in light of its divergence from the dominant histor...

Joshua Levisohn argues for reframing the traditional Zionist narrative to acknowledge the Palestinian perspective and experiences. Citing his own evolution i...

Abigail Pogrebin engages Tal Becker, Vice President of the Shalom Hartman Institute, in a profound discussion on Israel's place in the global community of na...

David S. Koffman examines the notable shifts in Canadian Jewish life over the decades, particularly in light of recent global and national events. Historical...

Aaron Brusso, Senior Rabbi at Bet Torah, explores the challenges and evolving perspectives surrounding Jewish intermarriage. Reflecting on his upbringing and...

The article by Deborah Barer discusses the complexities of Jewish identity and peoplehood, specifically the tension between Jewishness as inherited by birth ...

Benjamin Berger explores the rising ideological polarization within Jewish communities, drawing on the Talmudic story of Beit Shammai and Beit Hillel. He hig...

On the occasion of Baruch Spinoza's 350th yahrzeit, Daniel B. Schwartz reflects on the enduring significance and controversy surrounding Spinoza's excommunic...

Rabbi Guy Austrian explores a nuanced approach to cultivating Jewish observance and community at the Fort Tryon Jewish Center in New York. Without a traditio...

Na’ama Levitz Applbaum reflects on the communal mourning faced by Jews globally after the Hamas attacks in southern Israel on October 7, 2023. For Israelis, ...

Tomer Persico emphasizes the urgent need for Israel to recommit to its founding principles, paralleling America's transformation post-Civil War. He argues th...

The article explores the intertwined narratives of hope and suspicion within the Israeli and American Jewish communities. Drawing parallels to the biblical E...

In the search for a term that accurately embodies Jewish collective identity, Leon A. Morris explores the inadequacies of existing concepts such as 'Jewish p...

This exploration of Jewish ethics is anchored in the thoughts of Abraham Joshua Heschel, particularly his ideas about the biblical prophets and divine pathos...

Donniel Hartman explores the moral challenges Israelis face in light of the trauma and fear following the October 7 events, which have altered moral discours...

Professor Yitzhak Benbaji employs Michael Walzer's "dirty hands" doctrine to scrutinize the moral complexities faced by Israel's leadership in negotiating a ...

Author Elisheva Baumgarten uses a medieval midrash from Ruth Zutah to draw parallels between the risk of immediate versus future benefits and current geopoli...

Liora Eilon, a survivor of the October 7 attack on Kfar Aza, explores the transformative power of communal empathy in her midrash published in the forthcomin...

Geoffrey D. Claussen explores how musar traditions—Jewish traditions focused on virtuous character traits like justice and compassion—offer guidance in ethic...

As protests against Israel's military actions in Gaza spread across university campuses in 2024, sparking a contentious debate on antisemitism, the field of ...

This article features a conversation moderated by Aaron Dorfman with Mark Gottlieb and Rivka Press Schwartz about the importance and challenges of civics edu...

Julia Watts Belser, a rabbi and activist, reflects on climate grief and the feelings of hope and despair in the face of global climate change. Drawing parall...

Jill Hammer explores the biblical story of Jonah through a poetic lens, reflecting on the existential challenges of living in a modern, complex world. The po...